WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES
Note. Manufacturer recommends using commercially available computerized 4-wheel alignment equipment. Follow equipment manufacturer's instructions to obtain current vehicle alignment settings. Use following procedures for necessary adjustments. Ensure suspension has not been modified.
CAMBER ADJUSTMENT
- Compare camber settings with vehicle manufacturer recommendations. See «WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-161551-S34491881512004041400000). If camber is incorrect, raise and support front of vehicle. Remove front wheels. Loosen and adjust 2 flange nuts by moving bottom of damper within range of damper pinch bolt free play. (Scheme 1) Tighten flange nuts to specifications. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-161551-S23362996032004041400000). Go to next step.
- Install front wheels and lower front of vehicle. Bounce front of vehicle several times to stabilize suspension. Measure camber. If measurement is within specification, measure toe-in. See «TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT»(ref-161551-S14613684932004041400000). If camber is still incorrect, check for bent or damaged suspension components.
Scheme 1
CASTER ADJUSTMENT
Compare caster settings with vehicle manufacturer recommendations. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If caster is incorrect, check for bent or damaged front suspension components. Replace faulty components. Recheck caster.
RIDE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Before adjusting alignment, check riding height. Check riding height with vehicle on level floor and tires properly inflated. Ensure passenger and luggage compartments are unloaded. Bounce vehicle several times, and allow suspension to settle. Visually inspect vehicle from front to rear and from side to side for signs of abnormal height.
Measure riding height. (Scheme 2) Riding height between left and right sides of vehicle should vary less than 1" (25.4 mm). If riding height is not within specification, check suspension components and repair or replace them as necessary.
